NHTSA recall 12E030000 · Equipment
Seat belts
Reported Aug 20, 20123,532 vehicles affectedBESI, Inc.
The defect
BESI, Inc. (BESI) is recalling certain aftermarket child securement systems, model Pro-Tech III, manufactured from October 2011 through May 2012. These child restraints systems are sold as add on equipment for school bus transportation only. One of the two buckles can be pulled out with minimal hand pressure after being clicked.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, possibly resulting in injury.
The remedy
BESI will notify owners and replace the restraint assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on October 3, 2012. Owners may contact BESI at 1-800-543-8222.